The 200-mile-long land formation known as the Loess Hills which comprises much of Iowa’s western border is subject of a new collaborative book. “On Common Ground: Learning and Living in the Loess ...

Discover the history and ecology of Iowa's Loess Hills. Discover the history and ecology of Iowa's Loess Hills. Road Trip Iowa is available to stream on pbs.org and the free PBS App, available on ...

The Iowa Legislature has passed a measure that would help designate the Loess Hills of western Iowa as Iowa's "state prairie." The Iowa House passed the measure Wednesday 97-0, matching passage ...

RAGBRAI is the world's oldest, longest annual bicycle tour. Here's what to know about the 53rd annual edition July 19-25.

Stay local this summer by taking a day trip to one of the charming towns in Iowa. The Amana Colonies offer a glimpse of German heritage that makes up the seven scenic villages. Winterset brings charm, ...

ONAWA, Iowa -- The 44th Annual Loess Hills Prairie Seminar: Exploring the Hills in 20/20 has been canceled because of the COVID-19 pandemic. The seminar had been scheduled for May 29-31 at the Loess ...

See photos how Creighton studing how invasive plants are altering aquatic ecosystems in Iowa’s Loess Hills Creighton biology professor Joseph Phillips poses for a portrait next to an experiment he is ...

Two Iowa state parks were recently noted for their beautiful views, joining a list that includes Cape Cod, Manhattan’s skyline, the Grand Canyon and Niagara Falls. Pikes Peak State Park and the Loess ...

MILLS COUNTY, Iowa - The Loess Hills form a narrow band that borders the length of the Missouri River valley in western Iowa. They’re also home to Keith Callaway and others who are concerned about ...